HERNDON, Va., Nov. 29, 2016 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Command Security Corporation (NYSE MKT:MOC) announced today that Aviation Safeguards, the Company's aviation services division has received the award of a three-year contract to continue services with a major domestic airline in the New York City metropolitan area. This award secures the continuation of current services by the Company to this customer through December 31, 2019, and is effective January 1, 2017. Total revenues associated with this award, including estimated indirectly associated revenues at this airport, are estimated at $17 million annually, or approximately $50 million over the three-year term.

Under the contract, the Company will continue to provide security, baggage handling and wheelchair services for this major domestic airline.

"We are very excited about this win and the opportunity to continue to provide services to this highly valued key strategic airline partner and look forward to working with this customer in the development and enhancement of industry best practices and innovations," said Joseph Conlon - Aviation Safeguards Division Vice President.

About Command Security Corporation

Command Security Corporation and its Aviation Safeguards subsidiary provides uniformed security officers, aviation security services and support security services to commercial, financial, industrial, aviation and governmental customers throughout the United States. We safeguard against theft, fraud, fire, intrusion, vandalism and the many other threats that our customers are facing today. By partnering with each customer, we design programs customized to meet their specific security needs and address their particular concerns. We bring years of expertise, including sophisticated systems for hiring, training, supervision and oversight, backed by cutting-edge technology, to every situation that our customers face involving security. Our mission is to enable our customers to operate their businesses without disruption or loss, and to create safe environments for their employees. For more information concerning our company, please refer to our website at www.commandsecurity.com.